Early Steps
Early Steps is Florida’s early intervention program for infants and toddlers (birth to 3 years old) with developmental delays or disabilities. The program provides specialized support and therapy services to help children reach age-appropriate milestones in communication, motor skills, behavior, and learning — all delivered in the comfort of the child’s natural environment.
What Is Early Steps?
Who Qualifies for Early Steps?
Early Steps serves children from birth to age 3 who have a diagnosed developmental delay or condition likely to result in a delay. Children may be eligible if they are experiencing challenges with:
Speech and language development
Walking or motor skills
Feeding or swallowing
Social interaction or play
Sensory processing
Diagnosed medical conditions like Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, or autism
Through a team-based approach, Early Steps connects families with professionals such as physical therapists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and developmental specialists. Services may include:
Individualized Family Support Plan (IFSP) development
In-home therapy sessions
Parent coaching and training
Developmental monitoring and progress tracking
Coordination with physicians and other community resourcesAn ABA therapist works one-on-one with the patient to assess behavior, set measurable goals, and create a personalized treatment plan. In-home ABA services may include:
What Services Does Early Steps Provide?
Compassionate and Personalized Home Health Services
At South Florida Health Care, our highly trained team provides comprehensive and compassionate in-home care, ensuring each patient receives the highest level of medical support in the comfort of their home.